Short-term rental properties thrive, but state’s housing affordability concerns persist
By Nadia Ramlagan Public News Service Eastern Kentucky communities are grappling with a ballooning short-term rental market. This year, the…
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Covington Mayor reports city spent more than $550k on emergency calls to Emergency Shelter
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Covington Mayor Joseph U. Meyer wants to deliver a message to the Emergency Shelter of…
City of Covington discusses Parking Authority, short-term rentals, Academy of Heritage Trades, more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Once again, Covington Mayor Joseph U. Meyer found himself justifying why the city would transfer…
City of Covington commissioners talk short term rentals, feral cats, budget, personnel and more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter The Covington City Commission talked about short term rentals last week and noted a public…
City of Covington seeking second round of public feedback on proposed short-term rental changes
The City of Covington is collecting feedback on proposed new regulations for short-term rentals and changes to how rental licenses…
City of Covington to hold public hearing on short-term rental regulations April 12 at The Carnegie
A public hearing will be held Wednesday, April 12, in Covington to collect opinions related to the City’s regulation of…
Covington commission hears proposal on industrial building in Latonia, gets update on ARPA funds
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Covington commissioners heard a bond proposal and development agreement for an industrial building to be…
Covington commissioners considering $2m ARPA plan to address homeless and funds for City Heights
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Covington Commissioners heard a proposal Tuesday night for the city to accept more than $2…
Covington commission hears Parks and Rec ready to build on momentem, approves fire dept. grant, more
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Last year, the City of Covington’s Parks and Recreation Department produced 16 events, more than…
Covington delays decision on short term rentals, hires auditing firm and City Hall architectural firm
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Exactly 17 people showed up to speak at the city’s regularly scheduled legislative meeting Tuesday…
Covington to hire new firms for financial services; final contract nears with architect for new city hall
By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Making sure the city’s finances are running smoothly is a major responsibility. And that’s why,…
City of Covington to begin issuing fines to property owners illegally operating short-term rentals
Covington property owners who illegally operate short-term rentals – also known as vacation rentals or Airbnbs – are about to…
Covington officials place six-month moratorium on new short-term rental licenses in the city
Saying the situation has “gotten out of control,” the Covington Board of Commissioners approved two ordinances on Tuesday night that…
City of Covington begins issuing citations to landlords who fail to obtain rental licenses
Time is running out for landlords who are refusing to obtain the required rental dwelling license in Covington. City officials…
Covington to regulate ‘Airbnbs;’ new licensing seeks to ensure safety, head off disruptions
Covington is joining cities around the country in adopting specific regulations governing the short-term rental of dwelling units, most commonly…
Covington to Transportation Cabinet: ‘Publicize and enforce’ hazmat ban; talk rentals, IRS site, more
This story has been updated By Ryan Clark NKyTribune reporter Enough is enough. And next week, the City of Covington…